Preschool Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

Join a team of committed educators and make a difference in the lives of children and families! Northshire Day School is currently hiring a full-time Early Childhood Educator to work in our (2–3-year-old classrooms), 8:30am-4:30pm at our 5 STARS early childhood education program in Manchester Center, Vermont. NDS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

What You'll Do

Applicants must be enthusiastic and have a passion for working with and educating young children, the ability to create a safe and nurturing environment, proficient written and verbal communication, knowledge about the STARS program, TS Gold, early childhood licensing regulations, and planning and implementing a play-based curriculum. Must be able to work collaboratively with colleagues and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Qualified candidates must be enthusiastic, flexible, motivated and committed to working in the field of early education and the willingness to complete the required coursework to become a qualified educator. Preferred candidates will have skills and education in child development and learning, building family and community relationships, observing, documenting and assessing children, using developmentally appropriate practice, building quality curriculum following the Vermont Early Learning Standards, ensuring a healthy and safe environment and a commitment to growing as an early childhood professional. Must be able to work collaboratively with colleagues and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Candidates must be available to work between the hours of 8:30am-5:30pm.

Requirements

Candidates must be available to work between the hours of 8:30am-4:30pm. Position will begin immediately and is a year-round position. Candidates must have completed a minimum of 12 college credits in Early Education or related field and have experience working with children ages 0 to 5. Candidates with an A.A. or B.A. in Early Childhood Education preferred. Will consider highly motivated Trainee with a High School Diploma and a commitment to complete all required coursework.

Nice To Haves

Early Childhood Teacher License

Benefits

• Competitive Pay is based on qualifications and experience. Benefits include: paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, paid snow days, paid vacation weeks, childcare discount, monthly Healthcare contribution, IRA and professional development support.